searching — trying to find out the truth about something in a determined way
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: trying to find out the truth about something in a determined way
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsɜːrtʃɪŋ/
Example Sentences
- My mom gave me a searching look when I came home with chocolate on my face.
- The job interview included some searching questions about my previous work experience.
- After a night of soul searching, he decided to quit his job and become a professional pizza taster.
searching
ADJECTIVE[/ˈsɜːrtʃɪŋ/]
trying to find out the truth about something in a determined way
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Old French 'cerchier' (to search), which itself comes from Latin 'circare' (to circle or go around). The original sense captured the notion of searching thoroughly by moving in circles or traversing an area methodically.
Breakdown
search (from Old French cerchier, Latin circare, meaning to circle or traverse) + -ing (present participle and gerund suffix indicating the action or process of searching).
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My mom gave me a searching look when I came home with chocolate on my face.”
“The job interview included some searching questions about my previous work experience.”
“After a night of soul searching, he decided to quit his job and become a professional pizza taster.”
“The police conducted a searching investigation into the missing donuts case.”
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